Slip and Fall Accidents Can Happen Anywhere

Slipping, tripping, and falling are accidents that can cause serious injuries, particularly in the head, neck, back, hip, and arm areas. Even though these types of accidents are devastating, property owners and managers still become negligent and let their premises have conditions that can trigger such accidents.

They have the responsibility to make their premises safe to avoid accidents and injuries. Any mistakes resulting into someone getting hurt may be grounds for premises liability claims. The victims may receive compensation for the damages.

How Slip and Fall Accidents Occur
Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere. Outdoors, they may happen on parking lots and sidewalks. Indoors, they may happen on hallways, escalators, and stairs. They may also happen on private and public properties, such as residences, offices, and construction sites.
These accidents happen because of catalysts. For outdoors, the following factors may be considered:

Ice and snow buildup on roof

Poor lighting

Trash and debris

Uneven surfaces like potholes and cracks

Water, ice, snow on pavement

For indoors, the following factors may cause slip and fall accidents:

Defective escalators, elevators, and stairs

Loose cables and other obstructions

Slippery substances like spilled drinks and floor wax
Worn carpets

How Slip and Fall Accident Claims WorkSlip and fall accident claims can be very tricky, so it is best to consult legal professionals on the matter. Typically, claims can only be viable when they pass certain conditions, such as the following:

Property owner has created the dangerous condition

Property owner has known that the dangerous condition exists and has failed to act accordingly

Condition has existed long enough for the property owner to have discovered and corrected it

Damages from Slip and Fall Accidents
Slip and fall accidents are some of the most tragic things that can happen to a person, especially if the accident has been caused by the negligence and recklessness of property owners or managers. Below are just some of the damages the victim may sustain.